Environmental Health Specialist I/II
Job in
Howell, Livingston County, Michigan, 48855, USA
Listing for:
Livingston County
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-02-15
Job specializations:
-
Healthcare
Public Health, Healthcare Compliance
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 31.81 USD Hourly
USD
31.81
HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Livingston County was named a 2025 Top Workplace by the Detroit Free Press! Based solely on employee feedback, the Top Workplace title is a badge of honor for the County. With over 700 employees serving within 18 departments, 6 elected offices, and 3 Courts, Livingston County's top priority is providing effective and efficient services that improve the quality of life for all of our residents.
Position
Summary
Under the supervision of the Food Program Coordinator or Field Program Coordinator, this position is responsible for the routine inspections of commercial, residential, and public locations in the County to enforce local, state and federal sanitation and environmental health laws to safeguard the public health.
Benefits
- Retirement plan includes a 401a with up to 8% employer contribution
- Comprehensive Medical, Pharmacy, Dental & Vision
- Optional HSA with an employer match
- Optional Voluntary 457 Deferred Compensation plan
- Short-term & Long-term disability & Basic Life & AD&D insurance
- Health & Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts
- Paid vacation, sick days & 13 holidays. Unused vacation and sick time rolls over
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Up to $500 annual Wellness reimbursement* & $100 incentive for completing your annual physical & Health Assessment.
- Voluntary benefits such as Pet Insurance, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital & Whole Life policies
- Employee assistance program
* Pro-rated based on DOH
Pay Rate Information
The Environmental Health Specialist is a non-union position, and starting pay is $31.81/hr. for an Environmental Health Specialist I and $34.99/hr. for an Environmental Health Specialist II. This position is eligible for step pay increases within our Non-Union Grade 8 & 9 Wage Scales.
Essential Job Functions
An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential functions. These examples do not include all of the duties, which the employee may be expected to perform. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.
Inspects and evaluates premises and establishments having public health significance, such as schools, public swimming pools, bathing beaches, dwellings, work places, child care facilities, campgrounds, private and public wastewater treatment systems, private and public water supplies, and sites of alleged public health nuisances.Inspects licensed food service establishments for cleanliness, proper food handling practices, and compliance with sanitation standards. Inspects and licenses temporary food establishments.Investigates food service complaints regarding improper food service practices, suspected food-borne illness outbreaks, or adulterated food. Conducts illness investigations and prepares and submits formal reports. Performs soil and site evaluations on public and private land, issuing permits for on-site sewage systems and water supplies where appropriate. Consults with owners, builders, engineers, and others regarding design, installation and maintenance of such water and sewer systems.Investigates complaints involving possible water pollution, insect and rodent infestations and similar public health hazards and nuisances. Collects samples and specimens for laboratory analysis when appropriate.Reviews plans for construction of new facilities or renovation of existing structures for compliance with environmental health standards and advises regarding prevention or correction of problems.Approves licenses and issues permits for facilities and locations, and septic truck haulers and receiving stations that are in compliance with applicable regulations as determined through an on-site inspection or evaluation.Works with various agencies to jointly resolve environmental and health problems. Meets with various agencies regarding prevention and resolution of environmental health problems. Provides education and technical assistance to the public regarding sanitation and environmental health matters including, but not limited to, food storage and preparation, radon, mold, lead, and asbestos.Issues verbal and written orders to correct violations, re-inspects to ensure compliance and…
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